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The Crossing
2020·Movie
The Crossing fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Moving and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Pathos8
- Family Dynamics8
- Hopefulness7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
- Situational Comedy1
World
History, family, and politics
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Standout performances
- Acting8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighMoving and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's moving, hopeful, and cathartic. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, family, and politics
Its world is built around history, family, and politics.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Finally there's a film about the war for the entire family!
One day, just before Christmas in 1942, Gerda's and Otto's parents are arrested for being part of the Norwegian resistance movement during the Second World War, leaving the siblings on their own. Following the arrest, they discover two Jewish children, Sarah and Daniel, hidden in a secret cupboard in their basement at home. It is now up to Gerda and Otto to finish what their parents started: To help Sarah and Daniel flee from the Nazis cross the border to neutral Sweden and reunite them with their parents.
WWIINorwegian ResistanceChildhood BraveryFleeing the NazisNeutral SwedenFamily LoyaltyHistorical DramaYoung Protagonists
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Questions about The Crossing
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Is The Crossing worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Crossing rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Crossing?
1 h 36 min
The Crossing runs 1 h 36 min.
Is The Crossing based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
What language is The Crossing in?
NorwegianGermanEnglish
It was made in Norwegian, with some German, English. Produced in Norway.
In how many countries can I watch The Crossing?
22
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What tropes does The Crossing use?
DeterminatorIt's PersonalHistorical Domain CharacterLast WordsLimited Advancement Opportunities"Not So Different" RemarkForegone ConclusionCrazy Enough to WorkBadass BookwormA Father to His MenDarkest HourDawn Attackand 39 more
TV Tropes lists 51 storytelling tropes for The Crossing, including Determinator, It's Personal, Historical Domain Character.